Assistant Softball Coach

Oakland University; Rochester, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester, MI seeks a part-time Head Softball Coach assistant to aid the Head Coach in all facets of a competitive Division I program. The role emphasizes practice planning, game preparation, on-field duties, and administrative tasks within a no-benefits casual schedule.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong communication and coaching skills, and a valid driver’s license. Position runs through 5/31/2027 with a 19-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Collegiate level softball playing experience.
• Strong communication skills and teaching/coaching skills.
• A valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Practice, planning and game preparation.
• On-field duties along with office duties.
• Video analysis of practice and game film.
• Organizing of team community service events
• Planning team travel itineraries and other assigned duties.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Video analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

No benefits are associated with this position.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade Casual

Job Category

Job Category Casual /Temporary

Casual/Temp Classification

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Casual (19hrs or less, No Benefits )

Shift/Days

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 19

Position Information

Position Information

Employee's Effective Start Date

Employee's Effective Start Date 09/07/2026

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type.

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type. 5/31/2027

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Collegiate level softball playing experience.
• Strong communication skills and teaching/coaching skills.
• Ability to perform all job duties in accordance with NCAA , Conference, and University rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• A valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier,

Desired Qualifications

Position Purpose

To assist the Head Softball Coach in administering all aspects of an educationally sound and competitive Division I women’s softball program.

Job Duties

• Practice, planning and game preparation.
• On-field duties along with office duties.
• Video analysis of practice and game film.
• Organizing of team community service events
• Planning team travel itineraries and other assigned duties.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/27/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Specific Questions

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371 Wilson Boulevard, Rochester, MI 48309
248-370-2100